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The Neurological Impact of Social Media
In today's digital age, the pervasive influence of social media on our daily lives has sparked significant interest and concern regarding its effects on cognitive functions, particularly memory. The rise of heavy social media use has raised questions about how this constant exposure to information impacts memory formation and cognitive performance. Understanding the potential consequences of excessive social media use on memory is essential in navigating the digital landscape effectively. This introduction sets the stage for exploring the intricate relationship between social media usage and memory function, shedding light on the challenges and implications associated with this modern phenomenon.
Sanjana DixitPublished a day ago in PsycheIs it normal to talk to yourself?
Have you ever found yourself engrossed in a conversation with no one but yourself? It's a scenario many of us can relate to—whether it's pondering the purpose of an early morning alarm, contemplating a new hairstyle while brushing our teeth, or expressing frustration upon realizing misplaced keys. Yet, despite its ubiquity, talking to oneself can often carry a stigma, with some viewing it as a sign of psychological dysfunction. However, a deeper dive into the realm of self-talk reveals a complex and nuanced aspect of human cognition.
Maryam SaddiqiPublished a day ago in PsycheImprobable Hope
*Disclaimer - I'm not a licensed Psychologist and my knowledge of this topic is limited to my own experiences and informal studies. If there's anything that should be edited please leave a comment.
Danielle EckhartPublished 2 days ago in PsycheCan Psychopaths Feel Emotions?
Psychopathy is a personality disorder that presents with bold, disinhibited, and meanness traits, as well as characteristics such as rebellious nonconformity, blame externalization, shallow affect, and manipulativeness.
Ella HarrisPublished 3 days ago in PsycheWhispers in the Mind
In the dimly lit room, the soft glow of a flickering candle barely penetrated the shadows that clung to the corners. Adam sat on the edge of his bed, his hands trembling as he clutched a worn journal to his chest. His mind was a battleground, torn between reality and delusion, each vying for control of his fractured psyche.
Priya PatelPublished 3 days ago in PsycheMonsters Under Your Bed
I wish I’d paid more attention to the red flags. I wish I’d listened to those who truly love me. I don’t know you anymore.
Alisha WilkinsPublished 3 days ago in PsycheCharacter Analysis: Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial Personality Disorder, also known as psychopathy or sociopathy, is surrounded by exaggerated myths and stories. When we think of this disorder, we picture someone who is a criminal, with an absolute lack of conscience, scary eyes, and violent tendencies. But is that all there is to the disorder?
Ella HarrisPublished 4 days ago in PsycheKnight in Shining Armor
I’m drowning in a rage Trauma, There’s so much pain, hatred, and fear I’ve been preyed upon I’ve been exposed I’ve been tortured and reduced to nothing
Alisha WilkinsPublished 4 days ago in PsycheHey You, Stop Judging That Addict!
In my Morning Pages today, the same theme. I’m starting over. Again. A new day, a fresh start, and despite a lifetime of failures and giving in to temptation, I’m hopeful. Again.
Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!!Published 4 days ago in PsycheThe broken window
Have you ever wondered why when we enter a neighborhood inhabited only by the rich, the neighborhood seems to us pure, elegant and flawless, and you feel safe while walking in it and if you park your car, you do not fear for it, while if you pass through a poor, marginalized neighborhood full of filth, you will feel insecure, a thief may come out to rob you, cleanliness is almost non-existent, everything is broken, and you cannot park your car safely , There is this strange and contradictory situation , you may think it is due to the upbringing of both the poor and the rich, but no. In 1969, a famous American psychologist and sociologist from Stanford University named Philip Zimbardo decided to do strange research on which an even stranger theory called the Broken Window Theory was built by sociologists James Wilson and George Keeling in 1982 and later turned into one of the most important studies in criminology and social and psychological sciences in the world . The theory says that regardless of whether this neighborhood is inhabited by rich or poor people. One broken window in this neighborhood will soon lead to the appearance of more broken windows. The theory literally says that one broken window that has not been repaired is a signal that no one cares and therefore breaking more windows will not cost anything, and the disorder leads to increased levels of fear in citizens, which leads them to withdraw from society and reduce participation in informal social control.
Did You Say Death By Mental Illness ?
“We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness.” The words were deliberate. Powerful. And full of truth. It was a teachable moment, gracefully fulfilled when Ashley and Wynonna Judd uttered these words to the public last year, announcing the sad, untimely death of their mother, the beloved country music icon.
Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!!Published 4 days ago in PsycheCharacter Analysis: Narcissistic Personality Disorder
The name of Narcissistic Personality Disorder comes from the Legend of Narcissus, which tells the story of a man who sees his own reflection in a pond and falls in love with it. But this man does not fall in love with himself, he falls in love with his false self, which is a mere reflection. The narcissist’s false self is what he would like to be but cannot; someone who is invulnerable and perfect. His desire to make the false self seem real causes the narcissist to depend on other people to reflect this self back at him.
Ella HarrisPublished 5 days ago in Psyche